Realism and responsibility to put an end to the blind alleys
- Press conference of the chairman of the PSSH, comrade Fatos Nano, given yesterday at the Palace of Congresses
Greetings to media representatives, comrades, citizens of Tirana, Albanian citizens.
Since the beginning of June, the PSSH has formed its general election штаб, which is made up of the party’s political leaders, MPs, economists, and specialists from various fields. This штаб is also carrying out the critique of the programs and alternatives that are being presented today to the electorate and the Albanian public.
In these first days of its activity, the PSSH has identified a series of concerns, problems and distortions that are appearing on the eve of the elections. Among other things, an unequal climate is noticeable, along with the use of the state and administrative apparatus in favor of certain political forces, and a lack of ethics and democratic culture in public communication and political debate.
This is a period in which the country needs calm, responsibility and political maturity. Albanian citizens expect political forces to offer serious alternatives for pulling the country out of the grave economic and social crisis, not to feed tensions, empty accusations or artificial conflicts.
The PSSH considers that the elections of 26 July must be free, fair and accepted by all sides. Only in this way can the foundations of political stability be laid, serving the country’s democratic development. For this reason we call on the administration, the electoral commissions, the media and public opinion to engage in a transparent and orderly process.
At this conference, the chairman of the PSSH also expressed concern about the economic situation, the decline in production, unemployment, disruptions in the distribution of basic goods, and the insecurity felt by citizens. He stressed that slogans are not enough; concrete measures, a program, responsibility and dialogue are needed.
The PSSH remains open to cooperation with all forces that accept democratic rules and the national interest. It will appear before the electorate with clear alternatives and a realistic program for economic recovery, social protection and the strengthening of institutions.
At the end of the conference, comrade Fatos Nano answered journalists’ questions on various issues of the campaign, the electoral law, the administration and relations among political parties.
WORK AND ARGUMENTS
26 June will also mark the end of the current election campaign for the parliamentary elections of 26 July. Not only as a calendar moment, but also as a civic and political commitment to a programmatic contest, this period has taken on special importance.
From the very beginning of this campaign, it has been noted that excessive rhetoric, empty slogans and a spirit of conflict cannot replace concrete work and persuasive argument. Citizens are asking for solutions to unemployment, poverty, production, supply and public order. They want to hear what will actually be done, not only who will be blamed for the situation that has arisen.
Albania is at a difficult crossroads. Democracy cannot be strengthened without stable institutions, without equal rules and without a political culture that respects the opponent. Political parties must also understand that votes are not won through pressure, administration or intimidation, but through trust and a program.
Work and argument are today more necessary than ever. They form the basis of a worthy campaign and of a result accepted by all. Only in this way will the elections become a step forward for the country and not a new source of division.
WHY DOES IT HAPPEN LIKE THIS?
- Continuing the "Hajdar" case -
Will they let him go without taking him "by the heel"?
Whether it is the inspector of the vegetable institution, or of the market, or the chief of police for the blocking of the offices? [...]
DUDETIM SALIU
This is not the place to carry out a full analysis of the events related to this case, but one thing is clear: removing specialists from their duties, using pressure and intimidation, as well as avoiding concrete responsibilities, does not help clarify the situation at all.
If there are violations of the law, they must be investigated and punished according to the law. If there are slanders, they must be countered with facts. But if we are dealing with a conflict of interests, with administrative arbitrariness or with personal revenge, then this seriously damages not only the individuals involved but also citizens’ trust in the state.
The question remains: why does this happen? Why does an administrative issue, which could be handled with order and transparency, turn into a story of tensions, pressures and blockages? Who benefits from this murky climate? And why are the responsible bodies silent?
The public has the right to know. It has the right to receive clear information, not vague versions. Otherwise, every small issue can become a dangerous precedent for arbitrariness and the lack of accountability.
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Mr. Koçilaxh, sovereign, head of the committee
In the environment created by the election campaign and by the debate on local government, arrogant forms of exercising authority have also emerged. In this context, the conduct of the chairman of the committee has been criticized as a model of personalizing power and as a sign of a serious lack of dialogue with citizens.
According to complaints made public, important decisions are taken without consultation, while responsibilities are often distributed in an unclear manner. This situation creates unnecessary tension and harms the normal functioning of the local administration.
Citizens need institutions that answer for their actions, not authoritarian attitudes. Authority does not come from a loud voice, but from legality, justice and the ability to serve.
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STOP THE BRAIN OF THE "DEPARTIZED" MOVEMENT
The Vlora conference declared Comrade Leka the head of the city’s Socialist Party; the members of the Socialist leadership are MPs who challenge the anti-statutory voices. The dismissal of the chairman of the Party Council of Vlora, says the organizational secretary of the PSH, Vangjel Toçevi, was not carried out for violations of the statute. The issue concerns elements who support the "depoliticization" movement; they declared themselves against the leadership and the MPs, calling them communists.
For this article, the editorial staff contacted a comrade from the PSH leadership in Vlora, who said that the anti-party voices are known. Under the statute, they must be punished.
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For laughing and for crying
THE UNDERLYING REASONS ARE THE LIST
"Two chambers in one door".
The E.P.P., which had not gained traction in March, had lost much of the strength it had won in parliament in the district of [...] Popa. For this reason it had concentrated its campaign mainly on the ground, where it had sought by all means to win back at least part of the voters. To this end, well-known figures of the party were set in motion, organizing meetings, talks and other forms of persuasion. However, the reactions of the residents were not what had been expected.
Apparently, people had drawn lessons from unfulfilled promises and from the arrogant behavior of some over the last few months. For this reason, many of them received the new propaganda with irony and distrust.
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PRONOUNCEMENTS AND PR-?S IN DIBËR
To do politics with religion, what a mess-
ke? El. pif. Berat (890-gr. what a mess-
what is this and how should it be corrected in print? [...]
In recent days there have been cases where religious sermons have been used for political messages and electoral influence. This has sparked reactions in public opinion, especially when the words of clerics were interpreted as calls to support certain forces. The intertwining of religion with politics not only runs counter to the principles of the secular state, but also creates unnecessary division within the community.
For this reason, caution, responsibility and respect for the role of religious institutions are required.
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DRAMA OF THE VILLAGE
